IN PHOTOS: Saudi Heritage Commission Hosts Symposium on Al-Faw Archaeological Area
Saudi Heritage Commission announced today it will hold the “Scientific Symposium on Cultural Landscape Research on the Al-Faw Archaeological Area”.
The symposium seeks to raise awareness about the region, emphasize its historical and archaeological importance, and showcase the ongoing research and excavation projects initiated by the late Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Ansary, a pioneer in Saudi archaeology.
Moreover, during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee in New Delhi, held from July 22 to 31, Saudi Arabia successfully inscribed the Cultural Landscape of Al-Faw Archaeological Area in Riyadh Region on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Recognized as a cultural site of outstanding universal value, Al-Faw becomes the Kingdom’s eighth site to receive this prestigious designation.
The symposium highlights King Saud University’s contributions to the Al-Faw archaeological area, demonstrating the commission’s collaborations with the public, private, and non-profit sectors.
The commission aims to enhance public awareness of the country’s rich archaeological heritage, which dates back thousands of years.
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